2014 SsangYong Rodius — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,502 MOT tests, the 2014 SsangYong Rodius recorded a 72.6% pass rate. That is 9.2 percentage points worse than all cars of a similar age, which fail at 18.2%. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
One area stands out: lighting & signalling, recorded in 17.5% of tests against 11.0% for the next-worst category.
At component level the recurring items are position lamp, headlamp aim and track rod end — position lamp alone was recorded 99 times.
Mileage matters less than usual here: the 2014 Rodius fails 24.1% of the time in the 30-60k band and 23.8% at 150k+, a spread of only 0.3 points.
Brakes is the most common advisory, noted on 29.6% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
The trend is worsening — 24.8% of tests failed in 2021 against 30.3% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 17.5% | 263 |
| 2 | Suspension | 11.0% | 165 |
| 3 | Brakes | 10.3% | 155 |
| 4 | Tyres | 5.5% | 83 |
| 5 | Steering | 5.3% | 80 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 3.5% | 53 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Position lamp | 99 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 90 |
| 3 | Track rod end | 83 |
| 4 | Coil spring | 74 |
| 5 | Ball joint | 72 |
| 6 | Ball joint dust cover | 64 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 29.6% | 444 |
| 2 | Tyres | 25.2% | 378 |
| 3 | Suspension | 17.9% | 269 |
| 4 | Other defects | 13.3% | 199 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 10.3% | 155 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 8.8% | 133 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 30-60k | 378 | 24.1% |
| 60-90k | 612 | 28.4% |
| 90-120k | 305 | 27.9% |
| 120-150k | 118 | 33.1% |
| 150k+ | 63 | 23.8% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 314 | 24.8% |
| 2022 | 316 | 25.3% |
| 2023 | 301 | 26.9% |
| 2024 | 297 | 30.0% |
| 2025 | 274 | 30.3% |
What to check before buying a 2014 Rodius
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: lighting & signalling accounted for 17.5% of tests. Start there.
- Lighting & signalling (17.5% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (11.0% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Brakes (10.3% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2014 SsangYong Rodiuss pass their MOT?
72.6% of the 1,502 2014 SsangYong Rodius MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 27.4% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2014 SsangYong Rodius?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 17.5% of tests, followed by suspension (11.0%).
Does the 2014 Rodius get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 24.1% in the 30-60k band to 23.8% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,502 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.